Marry Me, Millie (Book 1 in The Paradise Valley Series) by Amy Lillard

 I was so excited to see a brand new series from one of my favorite writers!! 

Amy Lillard is taking us to Paradise Valley and introducing us to some unforgettable characters.  From the back:    Award-winning, USA Today bestselling author Amy Lillard’s uplifting new series unites a “Widows Club” of women who share solace, friendship, and faith in the Amish community of Paradise Valley, Missouri. In this series starter, a young pregnant widow running a B&B meets a handsome outsider who begins to make her believe in love again.

Amy Lillard’s uplifting new series unites a “Widows Club” of women who share solace, friendship, and faith in the Amish community of Paradise Valley, Missouri . . .

When her young husband died unexpectedly, Millie Bauman thought her life was over too—until she learned she was carrying his child. Now, as she awaits the baby’s arrival, Millie’s sure her future will revolve around motherhood, the B&B she runs with her Aunt Sylvie, and the beloved Whoopie Pies her Widows Club whips up each week. But when a handsome newcomer arrives in town, Millie is intrigued, and the club wonders if Millie might find a second chance at love . . .

 

Henry King plans to stay in Paradise Valley long enough to take care of some family business, and hopefully mend the heartache of his own lost love. As Henry and Millie cross paths, it’s clear their neighbors are gently trying to play matchmaker. Not wanting to disappoint, the two pretend to play along—but life gets complicated when a true and tender affection grows. As Millie gets ready to welcome her baby, they must rely on faith and fate to decide if they should risk their hearts on love again . . .

Millie plans on living her life helping her Aunt run a B&B and raising her child alone.  But her Aunt, The Whoopie Pie Widow's Club and Vern King think differently.  

Millie and Henry try to play along, but when they really start to care about each other Millie finds herself confronted with devastating news.  She has to decide to trust God and His plans or to bolt.  

Filled with lots of laughs, whoopie pies, and a surprise romance, Mary Me, Millie is an entertaining read and hard to put down. 

So pick up your copy and head to Paradise Valley for a great new series.  Happy Reading!  

 Disclaimer: *Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a copy of this book for free in the hope that I would mention/review it on my blog. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion - which I've done. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.*

A New Love For Charlotte (The Wells Landing Series) by Amy Lillard

 It's been a wild ride here lately and I have been rather quiet in the review department.  My youngest has now been in the hospital for two months but there is now light at the end of the tunnel and we are adjusting to our new normals. 

The good news is that I had plenty of time to read and burned through my stack of TBR.  

The even better news is I got to visit my favorite fictional place, Wells Landing.  

From the back: Renewed faith and happiness await three generations of women in this heartwarming series from Amy Lillard, set in the Oklahoma Amish community of Wells Landing...

With her daughter newly married, widow Charlotte Burkhart should have been content to find a companion for her later years in Amish widower Glenn Esh. Yet, Charlotte longs for more than life has offered her thus far. When she discovers a baby on her doorstep, the child seems like the miracle Charlotte's been praying for. Unfortunately, Glenn doesn't feel the same way. What's a single woman aching to experience motherhood once more to do?

From the moment Paul Brenneman sees Charlotte Burkhart with a new baby, he senses his lovely neighbor and the sweet child are meant to be. Which is why he offers to marry Charlotte and make her adoption dreams come true. No stranger to heartache himself, the stalwart widower knows second chances don't happen every day--especially not with a woman like Charlotte, the first woman in a long time who has him taking a leap of faith that happily-ever-after is still possible...

I just love Wells Landing.  Amy Lillard writes Amish romance, but she also writes about real situations and problems.  Charlotte's struggles as a parent with a special needs child and fear of being alone really touched me.  Charlotte tries desperately to command control over her life instead of handing it over to God. 

What's a strong willed Amish woman to do?  

With iron determination Charlotte is a force to be reckoned with, but will she loose her chance at happiness?  

This is another must read in the Wells Landing series.  You will visit old friends and learn what happens to a very special baby, a strong willed Amish woman, and the two men who vie for her attention. So pick up your copy of A New Love For Charlotte and enjoy visiting Wells Landing.  Happy Reading! 

 Disclaimer: *Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a copy of this book for free in the hope that I would mention/review it on my blog. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion - which I've done. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.*